| Round 1 | |||||
| 1 |  | Carolina | Matt Kalil | OT | USC |
| The Panthers have their hands tied on this selection. It is hard to justify taking Andrew Luck, after taking Cam Newton in the 2011 draft, even if Andrew Luck is widely considered the top prospect in the draft. Matt Kalil seems to be the best fit, and should provide an immediate upgrade to the offensive line. He can play opposite Jordan Gross and give the Panthers a more balanced offensive line, which will certainly improve their running game that went dormant last year. He will also help protect franchise quarterback Cam Newton, which will certainly be a priority for the Panthers. Of course, this is all providing that the Panthers do not trade the number overall selection, as I am sure there will be many suitors, all of whom will put together some very valuable packages. | |||||
| 2 |  | Buffalo | Andrew Luck | QB | Stanford |
| The Bills would be licking their lips and their fans would be having heart attacks if Andrew Luck magically landed in their lap at the number two selection. Granted the Bills never seem to draft a quarterback, but even they cannot pass on the incredible rare talent in Luck. He is an absolute stud who can step in and start instantly. Suddenly the future looks bright in Buffalo who has now landed a Pro-Bowl caliber franchise quarterback. | |||||
| 3 |  | Cleveland | Matt Barkley | QB | USC |
| The Browns are a team with many needs, so they can go many different directions. But we all know the NFL is a passing league now, and the quarterback play is essential to winning football games. They drafted Colt McCoy, but he has yet to show he can be an elite quarterback. Barkley is an experienced starter who can step in and start immediately. He provides an instant upgrade for the Browns at the quarterback position and that should translate into more wins. | |||||
| 4 |  | Arizona | Jonathan Martin | OT | Stanford |
| It interesting, and a bit strange, that this draft unfolds with the top four picks going to two different schools, alternating in selection order. With the acquisition of Kevin Kolb from the Eagles, the Cardinals do not need to look at a quarterback. Jonathan Martin is the best player on the board, and fills a big need. He is an outstanding and balanced lineman. He protected Andrew Luck and dominated in his last collegiate season. He will help protect Kevin Kolb as well as help take pressure off of him. Martin will also help the Cardinals be able to pound the rock to balance out their offense. | |||||
| 5 |  | Cincinnati | Quinton Coples | DE | North Carolina |
| Finally a player not from Stanford or USC is selected. The Bengals passed on selecting a defensive end in the first round last year, with the stud wide receiver prospect A.J. Green on the board. This year with Quinton Coples on the board the Bengals can not pass a defensive end. Coples has the size (6'6 272) and the athleticism to be a dominate force in the NFL. He has drawn comparisons to Julius Peppers, and not only because they attended the same school. Coples recorded 10 sacks last season, and he will likely improve upon that this year. | |||||
| 6 |  | Jacksonville | Dre Kirkpatrick | CB | Alabama |
| The Jaguars have had a very porous pass defense in the past few seasons. After moving up last year to select hopeful franchise quarterback Blaine Gabbert, it is time for Jacksonville to start to shore up their defense. Dre Kirkpatrick is the perfect man for the job. He is fast, agile, strong and big. At 6'3 he has the size to cover any wide receiver in the NFL and will likely start immediately and make an impact. He has the skill set to not only blanket wide receivers, but also to make plays on the ball, resulting in turnovers. The Jaguars secondary was abused last year, so Kirkpatrick will be more than welcomed in Jacksonville, and likely be their number one corner right out of the gate. After playing at Alabama and going up against the high caliber athletes of the SEC, Kirkpatrick looks to be up to the challenge. | |||||
| 7 |  | Seattle | Trent Richardson | RB | Alabama |
| Now back to back Alabama players are selected. The Seahawks get an amazing physical specimen in Trent Richardson. Many consider him a better NFL style running back than Mark Ingram. Richardson has good size and great speed, as well as amazing balance and power. They drafted James Carpenter in the first round last year and now he will be rejoining forces with collegiate teammate Trent Richardson. Carpenter will lead the mauling offensive line, and Richardson will head the rushing attack. | |||||
| 8 |  | Washington | Landry Jones | QB | Oklahoma |
| The Redskins passed on their chance for Blaine Gabbert in last years draft, trading the number 10 overall selection to the Jaguars. This year they cannot afford to pass on the chance for a franchise quarterback. Landry Jones had a ridiculous statistical season last year tossing 38 touchdowns, while only throwing 12 interceptions. This year he looks to be in the running for the Heisman Trophy and could see his stock skyrocket. Washington would love to have him at #8 and will jump on the opportunity to finally have some stability at the quarterback position. | |||||
| 9 |  | Denver | Jerel Worthy | DT | Michigan State |
| The Broncos are certainly focusing on their defense and reloading that side of the football. Jerel Worthy is a big dude who can plug the middle, yet is athletic enough to put pressure on the quarterback and make plays in the backfield. A nose tackle is a key position in any front of a defense, and the Broncos will certainly need one in order to improve their unit. John Fox is bringing in the 4-3 defense, and is likely moving Elvis Dumervil back to defensive end. On top of that they drafted Von Miller last year, so their pass rush should be pretty decent. However, the Broncos will need help stopping the run if they want to win football games and make a run at the division title. That is where Worthy can really be effective. He instantly upgrades this defense, especially when it comes to stopping the run, which looks to be the biggest weakness of this Denver D. | |||||
| 10 |  | Tennessee | Donte Paige-Moss | DE/OLB | North Carolina |
| The Titans defense has struggled lately and they know they need to improve that if they ever want to compete for a playoff spot. When the Titans were a playoff caliber team their strength was in the defensive line, so expect them to retool that area first. They selected Derrick Morgan in the first round two years ago, but after tearing his ACL he missed all of last season. Paige-Moss is a great pass rusher. Furthermore, considering the division the Titans are in, they need all the pass rushers they can get. (They see Manning and Schaub twice a year) | |||||
| 11 |  | Oakland | Alshon Jeffery | WR | South Carolina |
| Alshon Jefferies is another rare type of player, very similar to A.J. Green in last years draft. He is big (6'3) and very fast. His nine touchdown receptions from last year prove just how much of a playmaker he is. He has all the tools that an elite NFL wideout needs to be successful. On top of that, he is just an Al Davis type pick, as he has great speed and is an outstanding athlete. However, Raider fans will be happy to know that he is a legitimate dominate wide receiver at the NFL level. Jefferies may finally help Raider fans forget about their draft day mishap in 2007, where they selected Jamarcus Russell over Calvin Johnson. Jefferies should make a nice duo with Jacoby Ford to form a very explosie nucleus to the Raiders offense, with Darren McFadden in the mix at the running back position. | |||||
| 12 |  | Miami | Justin Blackmon | WR | Oklahoma State |
| The Dolphins did not have a chance to draft a quarterback in the draft last year, and this year they find themselves in the same situation. The studs are gone, and it is too early to draft the next best quarterback. This leaves them looking for other options. One way to improve your quarterback play is to improve the weapons the quarterback has at his disposal. Blackmon is a tough guy to defend, scoring 20 touchdowns last year. He and Alshon Jefferies are two outstanding wide outs, and really are 1A and 1B. | |||||
| 13 |  | Detroit | Riley Reiff | OT | Iowa |
| The Lions opted to improve their defense in the draft last year. The problem is they avoided protecting their franchise quarterback. The Lions could again opt to improve their defense by taking a middle linebacker in this spot, but if they don’t want Matthew Stafford to end up on his back more than an adult film star, or even have a chance at completing an entire season without injury, they need to start putting quality talent in front of him. Riley Reiff is that type of player. He played in the Big Ten Conference and is an experienced lineman. He will immediately be able to step in and help the Lions blocking. | |||||
| 14 |  | St. Louis | Jayron Hosley | CB | Virginia Tech |
| The Rams need to continue to improve and focus on building the defensive side of the ball, as they have what looks like a future stud in Sam Bradford to head the offensive attack. The Rams passing defense was awful last year, and although they were able to add Robert Quinn in the first round last year, which will help add pressure to the quarterback, their secondary did not really improve. Jayron Hosley is a great football player, who is a big playmaker. He has a nose for the ball and will certainly make some big plays for the Rams. Hosley instantly upgrades their secondary. | |||||
| 15 |  | Kansas City | Marcus Forston | DT | Miami (FL) |
| The Chiefs upgraded their offense last year in the first round, trading down and then selecting the big and physical wide receiver Johanthan Baldwin. Many thought the Chiefs would take Phil Taylor, a huge nose tackle who is a true 3-4 nose. The Chiefs could not pass up on an opportunity to select another great nose tackle prospect in Marcus Forston. He is very big (6'3, 310), but athletic as well. He is not simply just a space eater. He has the potential to dominate an NFL game, and the Chiefs would love to add him to their defense at the 15th spot. | |||||
| 16 |  | Tampa Bay | Stephon Gilmore | CB | South Carolina |
| Tampa Bay will be set out to prove that last season's success was not all smoke and mirrors. But repeating their success will be a tough task. Their best corner, Aquib Talib was arrested this offseason, and they will certainly need a replacement. At this point Gilmore seems to be the next best corner prospect, so I would expect the Buccaneers to select him. Gilmore is a solid tackler and a playmaker, so he should translate well into the NFL. | |||||
| 17 |  | Houston | Kenny Tate | FS | Maryland |
| The Texans went defensive in last years draft, and will more than likely continue to do so in their 2012 draft. Kenny Tate first and foremost fills a huge need for the Texans. They have added a solid corner prospect in both of the last two drafts. This year they can add a top safety prospect. Tate is big (6'4) and full of potential. He came to Maryland as a wide receiver, but as a freshman they moved him to safety. He has flourished since then and will continue to improve. He has shown flashes of being a playmaker, as well as a proven sound tackler. Tate very easily could be sniped before this point by another team looking for defensive help. | |||||
| 18 |  | Minnesota | Ryan Broyles | WR | Oklahoma |
| The Vikings are a team that has some holes to fill on both sides of the ball. Providing they end up losing Sidney Rice during free agency as many expect that they will, Minnesota will need to find someone to replace him. Broyles is their man. He is very similar to Harvin in terms of size, but many feel he is a better true wide out. He seems to have glue for fingers, which is something the Vikings need, as they will be grooming a young signal caller in Christan Ponder. | |||||
| 19 |  | Chicago | Don'ta Hightower | ILB | Alabama |
| The Bears defense is aging and aging quickly. They have long been known for their defense, and will want to contiune that trend. Don’t'a Hightower is a stud and if he is on the board at 19 there is no way the Bears can pass him up. He has the athletism and the size to be able to move outside and play outside backer for a year or two. The Bears can groom him into Brian Urlacher's replacement for when he hangs up his cleats. | |||||
| 20 |  | NY Giants | Matt Reynolds | OT | Brigham Young |
| Many people thought the Gmen were going to select an offensive tackle in the first round last year, but could not pass on the elite prospect in Prince, at a key position. If you were like me, you were shocked he was even available at that point. It was a steal for the Giants. Now the Giants can look to improve their offensive line. Matt Reynolds is a great prospect. He will be able to start right away if necessary and will improve the Giants blocking scheme. He can protect the passer, as well as clear holes for the running game. | |||||
| 21 |  | San Francisco | Cliff Harris | CB | Oregon |
| The 49ers selected Aldon Smith with their first round pick last year in hopes to improve their pass rush. In doing so they passed on the second best corner in the draft, and will likely regret it this year when their passing game gets shredded. This year the 49ers cannot pass on selecting a cornerback. Cliff Harris is very fast and a great playmaker. Head Coach Jim Hargburgh knows him very well, as he coached against him. Harris can step in and start, helping to retool this 49er defense. | |||||
| 22 |  | Dallas | Jared Crick | DT | Nebraska |
| The Cowboys selected Tyron Smith in the first round last year to help protect Romo and improve their running game. However, they still need help on defense, both in stopping the pass and the run. Some people thought they would take J.J. Watt, as they really need that big defensive end in their 3-4 to eat up blockers and make some plays. Jared Crick is the perfect fit. He is big, physical, and strong and immediately upgrades the defensive line. Dallas also made some cuts this offseason, sending players who were either diva's or not producing on their way to a new club. The Cowboys were making a statement that they want to be a Super Bowl contender and will not tolerate players who are not going to put in the work that it takes to win, or let their attitudes get above the team. Jared Crick fits this mold. He is a gym rat who loves football and will do whatever it takes to win. He is a great fit for Dallas, in both need and fiiting to their new attitude. | |||||
| 23 |  | Baltimore | Nate Potter | OT | Boise State |
| The Ravens were able to select the talented Jimmy Smith in the first round last year, bolstering their secondary. However that meant they passed on helping improve their offensive line, and cannot afford to do so again this year. Potter is the best tackle on the board, and a very solid prospect. He is big and does well in both pass protecting and the running scheme. Boise State runs a pro style offense, which should further help translate to the NFL. | |||||
| 24 |  | Indianapolis | Mark Barron | SS | Alabama |
| The Colts defense needs upgrading, that is no secret. Last year the Colts offensive line also needed a major upgrade to protect their life blood in Peyton Manning. So naturally the Colts went and got help for him, drafting Anonthy Castanzo in the first round. This year the Colts can focus on their defense, and Barron is far and away the best player on the board. He is an outstanding safety prospect and comes from a collegiate winner. He has all the tools to be successful in the NFL, and will be able to start immediately for the Colts, as they look to make at least one more super bowl run under sure-fire Hall of Famer Peyton Manning. | |||||
| 25 |  | New England (from NO) | Travis Lewis | OLB | Oklahoma |
| What's new? The Patriots again have two selections in the first round, and just stockpile draft choices. The Patriots don’t necessarily need to fill any holes, so they can stockpile for their future. At the moment the Pats need to focus on the defensive side of the ball, especially as no elite wideout's are on the board. Lewis is a top player, who is a tackling machine. He is a true Patriot player, as he is not that flashy, but just a solid player who does not make mistakes. Oklahoma also runs a great defensive scheme, and a pretty complex one, so he should not have much of a problem adjusting to the new scheme. | |||||
| 26 | | Cleveland (from ATL) | Zach Brown | OLB | North Carolina |
| The Browns finally get to cash in on last year's trade with the Falcons. They were able to grab a franchise quarterback with their first pick in the draft, and now at 26 overall are able to nab another great player. Zach Brown is one of the best players on the board, and helps fill a need. He is very fast, and could translate nicely into a 3-4 outside line backer. The Browns need to add playmakers on defense as well as guys who can get to the quarterback and cover the pass. Brown can do all of these things for the Browns. Plus, with a last name like Brown, how can the Browns pass him up? | |||||
| 27 |  | NY Jets | LaMichael James | RB | Oregon |
| The Jets may believe that defense wins champions, and that may even be true. But face it, offense is still important. LT did a good job carrying the load last season, but is only getting older. Greene didn’t show the type of life they were expecting so adding another halfback is key. Even if Greene ends up having a good year, LT cannot handle the job for much longer, and the Jets know it is time to bring in fresher legs. LaMichael James is a true homerun hitter. He is very fast and agile. Although he does not fit the style of running back the Jets look for, his pure speed and big play ability make him impossible to pass up. The Jets know that their offense can be dormant at times, and a player like James can help turn that around. He is a perfect fit for the Jets as a complimentary running back and a third down back who can really help out young Mark Sanchez. | |||||
| 28 |  | San Diego | Michael Floyd | WR | Notre Dame |
| Michael Floyd is an outstanding NFL prospect. He is a big, physical wide receiver, which is exactly what the Chargers covet. He is built much like Vincent Jackson, who will likely leave via free agency. The Chargers can find his replacement with their first pick in this year’s draft. He is a steal at this point and will certainly be a big time player for the Chargers and a great target for Philip Rivers. He will instantly become a starter and help the Chargers offense that has been so explosive the last few seasons continue that trend. He is a great red zone target, which should make him and Rivers close buddies from the get-go. The Chargers continue to retool their offense to make sure it is always one of the NFL's best, and Floyd will absolutely help them. | |||||
| 29 |  | Philadelphia | Luke Kuechly | ILB | Boston College |
| The Eagles helped shore up their offensive line by taking Danny Watkins in the first round last year. They could dive deeper and help overhaul that offensive line by taking a tackle in this years first round as well. But their linebackers are weak. They need someone who can come in and start for a playoff caliber team. That means you need to be smart and be a sound tackler. That is exactly what Luke Kuechly is. He was a tackling machine in college, and the Eagles would love to add him to their defense. He should instantly upgrade their linebackers and improve their defense in both stuffing the run and defending the pass. | |||||
| 30 | | New England | Jeff Fuller | WR | Texas A&M |
| With the second selection in the first round, the Patriots can begin to make some "sexy picks." They need a dominate wide receiver who can be the homerun and red zone threat that Randy Moss once brought to them. Jeff Fuller is that man. He stands at 6'4" and has great hands. His route running needs to be improved and, although it will probably improve during the course of the year, the Patriots won't mind showing him the ropes for the tremendous upside that he brings every Sunday. Fuller could very quickly become Brady's new favorite toy. | |||||
| 31 |  | Pittsburgh | Mike Adams | OT | Ohio State |
| The Steelers helped improve their already great defense when they selected Cameron Heyward in last years draft. This year they will need to focus on not only retooling the aging spots among the defense, but revamping their offense. A key to that is upgrading the offensive line. Mike Adams, from THE Ohio State University, is a great fit. He is huge (6'7), strong and very physical. That is an ideal Steelers lineman. Protecting their perennial pro bowl quarterback, Ben Roethlisberger, needs to be a priority for Pittsburgh. Additionally, Adams can use his massive size and power to open up lanes for the Steelers running game that once upon a game they were known for. Adams can help balance this offense as well as help the Steelers get back to their old school ways of pounding the rock and wearing down opponents. | |||||
| 32 |  | Green Bay | Brandon Jenkins | DE/OLB | Florida State |
| The Packers decided it would be best to protect their all world, Super Bowl winning quarterback Aaron Rodgers in the first round last year. This year they can afford to look to the other side of the ball and give Dom Capers another toy in his arsenal. Jenkins is a pure pass rusher and would line up opposite of Matthews. Granted the Packers don’t need an outside backer, but they would sure love one. This duo could be scary, and as both are young players, for a very very long time. | |||||
| Round 2 | |||||
| 33 | | Carolina | Manti Te'o | ILB | Notre Dame |
| The Panthers bolstered their offensive line with their first round pick, now it is time to help out that defense. Manti Te'o is a solid tackler who flys around the field. He has the flexabilty to play in a 3-4 or 4-3 scheme, making him that much more appealing to the Panthers. | |||||
| 34 | | Buffalo | Ryan Miller | G/OT | Colorado |
| The Bills essentially won the lottery when they were able to select Andrew Luck with the second pick in the first round. Now they need to start bringing in protection and weapons for him. It starts with the versatile Ryan Miller. He can play either guard or tackle and will upgrade the Bills offensive line the second he steps on the field. This is a nice first two picks for the Bills. | |||||
| 35 | | Cleveland | Nigel Bradham | OLB | Florida State |
| The Browns were able to grab their signal caller of the future, and now can look to defensive help. Nigel Bradham is an outstanding athlete and football player. He can play inside or outside and that versatility will make him a valuable piece to the Browns defense, who need help in both spots. | |||||
| 36 | | Arizona | Kirk Cousins | QB | Michigan State |
| The Cardinals already selected the future blind side protector of their franchise quarterback, now it is time to obtain the franchise quarterback. With their second round pick, and Kirk Cousins sitting on the board, it is a sure fire pick. Cousins has a good strong arm and is capable of making all the NFL throws. He is very consistent and does not make mistakes, which is exactly what the Cardinals need and want. | |||||
| 37 | | Cincinnati | Dan Herron | RB | Ohio State |
| The Bengals nabbed Andy Dalton as their franchise quarterback in last years draft. Now it is time to put the pieces around him. They were able to land a future target in that draft as well in Greg Little. Now Herron, a productive college back, can start to lighten the load for Dalton, as there are not many more options running the ball for the Bengals. | |||||
| 38 | | Jacksonville | Courtney Upshaw | ILB | Alabama |
| The Jags need to continue to improve their defense, and Courtney Upshaw is a very talented player. They need a middle linebacker badly, and Upshaw is a versatile player. The Jags have lacked a pass rush for a long time and always seem to try and draft for pass rushers. Upshaw applies tons of pressure from the middle linebacker spot, so that makes him a great fit. | |||||
| 39 | | Seattle | Janoris Jenkins | CB | North Alabama |
| The Seahwaks desperately need to improve their passing defense. Jenkins is a top ten talent, but thanks to troubles at school, he drops like a rock. Providing he can play a year of football without getting in trouble, wherever he ends up, he could be a steal in the second round. Pete Carrol has been known to take some gambles and rolling the dice on this guy could pay off in a big way. | |||||
| 40 | | Washington | Chris Owusu | WR | Stanford |
| The Redskins cashed in on their chance at a franchise quarterback in the first round, and now in the second round, can add his best friend. Chris Owusu has good size and he has a great balance of speed, agility, and quickness. That coupled with the fact that he is a smart kid with good hands, makes him a solid NFL prospect. | |||||
| 41 | | Denver | Keith Tandy | CB | West Virginia |
| The Broncos continue the trend of loading up on defense. Keith Tandy is a solid NFL prospect who can step in and start. Champ Baily is nearing retirement, and wanting to move to safety, so corner is high priority. These first two picks really help the Broncos move in the right direction. | |||||
| 42 | | Tennessee | Alfonzo Dennard | CB | Nebraska |
| The Titans still need to upgrade the defense. They upgraded the pass rush in the first round, and now take a stab at the secondary in the second. They continue to stockpile for the future. | |||||
| 43 | | New England (from OAK) | T.J. McDonald | FS | USC |
| The Patriots again load up on talent and select the highest rated player on their board. The more defensive backs a team has the better and the Patriots know this. Here is another outstanding athlete and playmaker the Patriots add to their defense. | |||||
| 44 | | Miami | Devin Taylor | DE | South Carolina |
| The Dolphins need help on defense to improve their 3-4 scheme. They added a big time playmaker in the first round and now really need to work on that defense. Devin Taylor is that type of player. He can provide some pass rush, as well as help stuff the run. He is a versatile player who could move around the defensive line. | |||||
| 45 | | Detroit | Sean Cattouse | SS | California |
| The Lions still need to improve their defense, and will continue to focus on it throughout the entire draft. They needed to protect Stafford and were able to accomplish that in the first round. Now it is time to upgrade the secondary so they can keep up with Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers, along with the rest of the NFC North. Cattouse is a solid player, who can be very disruptive from the safety spot. He also provides great value at this point. | |||||
| 46 | | St. Louis | Michael Egnew | TE | Missouri |
| The Rams have Sam Bradford and need to add some playmakers for him to target. Michael Egnew is a huge target, standing 6'6. He is has great hands, and is a dangerous tight end target. He will be dangerous on any down and anywhere on the field, but especially on third downs and the red zone. | |||||
| 47 | | Kansas City | Knile Davis | RB | Arkansas |
| The Chiefs don’t really need a running back, as Jamal Charles looks like an absolute stud. However, the Chiefs seem to feel more comfortable having Charles with a one-two punch. Knile Davis is a solid running back who should pair nicely with Charles. | |||||
| 48 | | Tampa Bay | Ray Ray Armstrong | SS | Miami (FL) |
| Tampa Bay contiunes to improve their defense when they select Ray Ray Armstrong. He is a solid player who can step in and improve the secondary. Him and first round pic, Stephon Gilmore can make a great combo. | |||||
| 49 | | Houston | Dwight Jones | WR | North Carolina |
| The Texans have spent many of their more recent draft picks working on improving their defense. Now they can finally try to upgrade the offense and give them another target besides Andre Johnson. Dwight Jones will provide some big plays and really benefit from the double teams of Andre Johnson. | |||||
| 50 | | Minnesota | Greg Reid | CB | Florida State |
| The Vikings continue to look for help on defense, and adding a quality corner is definitely a need. Greg Reid is undersized, but a great athlete and very explosive. The Vikings have shown they don’t mind having small corners, as long as they can make plays and Reid is certainly that type of player. After drafting a wide receiver in the first round, they really need to shore up the defense from here on out. | |||||
| 51 | | Chicago | Greg Childs | WR | Arkansas |
| The Bears were able to help their defense in the first round and can now try to add weapons for Jay Cutler. Childs is a big, strong wide receiver and should fit in nicely in Chicago. He is also used to a hard throwing gun slinger, as he played with Ryan Mallet. | |||||
| 52 | | NY Giants | Lavonte David | ILB | Nebraska |
| The Giants added some offensive line help in the first round and now can help their defense. Lavonte David is a tackling machine and is an outstanding player. The Giants get another steal at this point in the draft and continue to draft well. | |||||
| 53 | | San Francisco | Kheeston Randall | DT | Texas |
| The 49ers still need to bolster their defense and getting a big man to clog the middle is a sure way to help. Kehheston Randall will help balance the defensive line, which now boasts several pass rushers. | |||||
| 54 | | Dallas | Brandon Boykin | CB | Georgia |
| The Cowboys pass defense was pitiful last year. There is no way they can compete for a super bowl if they cannot stop the pass. Brandon Boykins can help shore it up and help the Cowboys meet their expectations. | |||||
| 55 | | Baltimore | Vinny Curry | DE | Marshall |
| The Ravens continue to improve their defense through the draft. When the Ravens select Vinny Curry they have drafted outstanding versatility. He could possibly play end, or move to outside linebacker. From there he can apply tons of pressure. | |||||
| 56 | | Indianapolis | Jack Crawford | DE | Penn State |
| The Colts still need help stopping the run and rushing the passer. Jack Crawford has great size, which makes him even a better fit for the Colts, as they realize they need to add size to their roster in order to make a deep playoff run. | |||||
| 57 |  | New Orleans | Janzen Jackson | FS | Tennessee |
| The Saints defense had an incredible run when they won the super bowl two years ago, but were unable to repeat that same success. The more defensive players they can add to their squad the better they can become. Janzen Jackson is a great talent and landing him in the second round is great for the Saints. He will be able to step in and fill a big role for New Orleans. | |||||
| 58 |  | Atlanta | Kerry Murphy | DT | Alabama |
| The Falcons traded the farm last year to land Julio Jones. Now they need to start getting pressure on the quarterback if they want to be successful. As there is not really a pass rushing 4-3 end, Kerry Murphy is a good player, who can help. He can break down the defense and create some pressure from the middle, which can be very scary for opponents. This is a very key pick for the Falcons, and they cannot afford to miss this one. | |||||
| 59 | | NY Jets | Keenan Robinson | OLB | Texas |
| The Jets again go to the defensive side of the ball. Keenan Robinson is an amazing athlete who can apply some serious pressure on the quarterback. Rex Ryan loves his toys, and this one provides great value at the 59th pick. | |||||
| 60 | | San Diego | Chris Galippo | ILB | USC |
| The Chargers were able to add a new offensive weapon in the first round. In the second round they can now help their defense out. Chris Galippo is a great football player, who has a chance to start for the Chargers and make plays. They need linebackers in their 3-4 scheme and he fits in nicely. | |||||
| 61 | | Philadelphia | Josh Oglesby | OT | Wisconsin |
| The Eagles went defensive in the first round and can now flip to the other side of the ball again. Last year they selected a guard, and now they select the tackle of their future out of Wisconsin. The Badgers are known for producing linemen and Josh Oglesby is the next in line. | |||||
| 62 | | New England | Andrew Datko | G | Florida State |
| The Patriots know they need to protect Tom Brady if they want him to play as long as possible. With Matt Light possibly leaving, and even if he stays, aging, selecting a guard to groom into a starter would be nice for the Pats. Andrew Datko is a hard worker, which the Patriots love. He is also versatile, as he could play tackle or guard, which makes the Patriots even more likely to select him. | |||||
| 63 | | Pittsburgh | DeVier Posey | WR | Ohio State |
| The Steelers can finally grab a weapon to help out their offense. DeVier Posey is a good athlete who figures to step in and make an impact. | |||||
| 64 | | Green Bay | Kelechi Osemele | G | Iowa State |
| The Green Bay Packers again can work on protecting Rodgers. Another lineman gives them insurance in case of injury and helps add depth to the unit, something the Packers love to have. Kelechi Osemele doesn’t need to be a starter right away, but he has a chance to mold into one, or emerge as a spot starter. | |||||
Matt McDonnell NFL Mock Draft - 25 July 2011
1. Matt Kalil 2. Andrew Luck 3. Matt Barkley 4. Jonathan Martin 5. Quinton Coples
Mon, 07/25/2011
